H-1B Data Scientist Salary in Pennsylvania
Based on 727 certified H-1B LCA filings statewide · DOL data FY2022–2026
Across 727 certified Labor Condition Applications for Data Scientist roles across Pennsylvania, the average certified wage is $114,396, with most offers between $86K and $133K. Wages vary by metro area within the state — see the breakdown below.
DOL Prevailing Wage Levels — Pennsylvania
| Wage Level | Description | Annual Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | Entry-level, basic understanding of duties | $68,000 |
| Level II | Qualified, some supervision required | $88,000 |
| Level III ★ | Experienced, works independently (most common) | $110,000 |
| Level IV | Senior / Lead, sets direction for others | $132,000 |
Wage-level reference derived from the observed statewide median for SOC 15-2051.00 in Pennsylvania. Under the wage-weighted H-1B selection framework, Level III/IV filings carry materially better lottery odds than Level I/II.
Salary by City — Pennsylvania
| City | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 175 | $100K |
| Pittsburgh | 143 | $110K |
| Malvern | 63 | $129K |
| Wayne | 27 | $110K |
| King of Prussia | 19 | $93K |
Cities ranked by certified Data Scientist LCA volume within Pennsylvania (FY2022–2026).
Top H-1B Employers for Data Scientists in Pennsylvania
Ranked by certified Data Scientist LCA volume statewide (FY2022–2026).
Take-Home Pay Note — Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has a flat 3.07% state income tax; many municipalities add a local earned-income tax.
Find H-1B Data Scientist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Browse active openings and set alerts for new Data Scientist positions that sponsor H-1B visas in Pennsylvania.
Browse Data Scientist JobsH1B Visa Jobs Research Team
Salary figures aggregated directly from DOL LCA disclosure files (FY2022–2026), filtered to certified petitions with wages between $30K and $1M. Percentiles computed across 727 Data Scientist filings statewide in Pennsylvania.